Moving to Pakistan from Central African Republic

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Central African Republic to Pakistan? Here's how the two compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

If you moved from Central African Republic to Pakistan, and you’d need to navigate life in English and Urdu. You’ll also switch from driving on the right to the left.

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Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Pakistan compared to Central African Republic.

Is it safe?

Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

CF
25.9
PK
11.9

Pakistan performs significantly better than Central African Republic across all safety metrics.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2023

annual government + private spending per person

CF
$137
PK
$152
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

affects wait times and access to care

CF
0.2
PK
10.8

Pakistan generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Central African Republic leads in healthcare spending per person.

What about the environment?

Air pollution deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2019

deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people

CF
98.0
PK
105.0
CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

CF
0.1t
PK
0.8t

Central African Republic performs better than Pakistan across all environment metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

CF
0.0
PK
1.3
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

CF
0.3%
PK
162.1%

Pakistan generally does better on infrastructure, though Central African Republic leads in water stress level.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

CF
6.3%
PK
5.5%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

CF
$1,000
PK
$5,600

Pakistan performs significantly better than Central African Republic across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

CF
55.5 yrs
PK
69.7 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

CF
83.0
PK
54.0

Pakistan performs significantly better than Central African Republic across all family life metrics.

Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Central African Republic and Pakistan. To live, work, or study long-term in Pakistan, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Pakistan's immigration authority.

Central African Republic passport

Central African Republic passport holder visiting Pakistan

Visa Online (e-Visa)
Central African Republic passport holders need to apply for an e-Visa before travelling to Pakistan.
Pakistan passport

Pakistan passport holder visiting Central African Republic

Visa Required
Pakistan passport holders need a visa to enter Central African Republic.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Pakistan?

Connectivity is usually fine (Pakistan: 1.3 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Pakistan offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Pakistan safe for expats?

Pakistan performs significantly better than Central African Republic across all safety metrics.

How is healthcare in Pakistan compared to Central African Republic?

Pakistan generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Central African Republic leads in healthcare spending per person. There are 10.8 doctors per 10,000 people in Pakistan, compared to 0.2 in Central African Republic. Pakistan scores 45 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Central African Republic: 32).

What language do they speak in Pakistan?

The official languages in Pakistan are English and Urdu. In Central African Republic, the official languages are French and Sango.

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At a Glance

CF PK
Population 5,454,533 242,923,845
Currency CFA Franc BEAC (FCFA) Pakistani Rupee (PKR)
Languages French, Sango English, Urdu
Driving side Right Left
Calling code +236 +92
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 15